NIT Kurukshetra Adjunct Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline
Applications for the Fourth Round of NIT Kurukshetra's Adjunct Faculty engagement must reach the Registrar by 5:30 p.m. on 6 November 2026. The institute is looking for accomplished professionals across 13 departments, from Civil Engineering to VLSI Design and Systems Engineering. Honorarium reaches a ceiling of Rs. 1,80,000 a month for those designated Adjunct Professor. Serving and retired professionals can apply, and a Post-graduate or Ph.D. degree may not be essential for candidates from industry or research organizations.
NIT Kurukshetra Adjunct Faculty Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra |
| Advertisement number | Advt. No.35/2026 |
| Post | Adjunct Faculty |
| Total vacancies | 1 (the notice does not print a number) |
| Departments covered | 13 |
| How to apply | Offline, in the prescribed format |
| Last date (Fourth Round) | 6 November 2026, up to 5:30 p.m. |
| Website | www.nitkkr.ac.in |
The official notification does not specify the age limit, the application fee or the minimum educational qualification.
About NIT Kurukshetra
National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra is an institute in Kurukshetra, Haryana, under the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India. This engagement seeks people with an excellent academic record and a commitment to quality teaching and research.
NIT Kurukshetra Adjunct Faculty Vacancy Details 2026
| Post | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Adjunct Faculty | 1 | Up to Rs. 1,80,000 a month for Adjunct Professor; up to Rs. 1,20,000 a month for Adjunct Fellow |
The number and nature of posts may change at the time of selection, and the institute reserves the right not to fill any post.
Honorarium
| Designation | Maximum per month | Per day or per hour |
|---|---|---|
| Adjunct Professor | Rs. 1,80,000 | Rs. 8,000 per day or Rs. 2,000 per hour |
| Adjunct Fellow | Rs. 1,20,000 | Rs. 6,000 per day or Rs. 1,500 per hour |
Departments and Areas of Specialization
| Department or Discipline | Areas of Specialization |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Surveying, any specialization of Civil Engineering |
| Electrical Engineering | Power System/High Voltage Engineering/Smart Grid/Micro Grid, Power Electronics & Drives/Power Quality, Control System/Computational Intelligence and Optimization |
| Mechanical Engineering | Design, Thermal, Production |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | Electronic Device and Circuits, Signal and Image Processing, Microwave and RF Engineering, Computing and Expert Systems |
| Computer Engineering | Algorithmic Computation, Computer Networks, Software Engineering, Nomadic & High Performance Computing, Pattern Recognition & Machine Learning, Database & Analytics, Image Processing & Computer Vision, Information Security |
| Physics | Electronics/Instrumentation/Experimental Physics/Theoretical Physics |
| Chemistry | Organic Chemistry/Inorganic Chemistry/Physical Chemistry |
| Mathematics and Computing | Pure/Applied Mathematics/Statistics and/or Operational Research |
| Humanities & Social Sciences | Language - English, Economics/Management/Psychology preferably with specialization in Professional Ethics/IPR |
| Business Administration | General Management/Operation Management/Information Technology, Human Resource Management, Marketing Management |
| Computer Applications | Programming Languages & Web Development/Programming System, Hardware Technologies/Graphics & Multimedia/Computing & Networks, Artificial Intelligence/Soft Computing/Cloud Computing, Software Engineering/Service and Business Computing/Database Management |
| Architecture and Planning | Architecture, Architectural Conservation, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Industrial Design, Product Design, Sustainable Architecture, Urban Planning, Urban and Rural Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, City Planning, Housing, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning, Infrastructure Planning |
| VLSI Design & Systems Engineering | High Speed Interconnects, AI/ML in VLSI, Nano Scale devices & SOC Arch., RF Circuits, IOT & Cyber Physical Systems, Biomedical Signal Processing & Chip Design, Embedded AI for Diagnostic and Critical Care |
NIT Kurukshetra Adjunct Faculty Eligibility 2026
Applications are invited from Indian Nationals. Eligibility, qualifications and experience are determined as on the last date of receipt of application forms, which is 6 November 2026 for the Fourth Round.
Who Can Apply
Serving and retired scientists, engineers, physicians, professionals, academicians, practitioners (advocates, artists, bankers, etc.), policymakers in teaching/training research, officials and managers with experience of working in:
- Reputed industries
- Central or State Public Sector Undertakings
- R&D organizations and academic institutions of the Central or State Government
- Civil services (IAS/IPS/officials of Central or State Government), professional councils and statutory bodies
- Reputed overseas academic, research and industrial organizations, with a demonstrated interest in Indian issues
Mandatory Requirements
- Must be an accomplished professional in the chosen field, comparable to at least the top one third of the regular faculty in professional expertise and reputation.
- The candidate's association must add value to the academic programs, students, Department or Institute.
- A candidate from an industry or research organization should have domain knowledge of significant value.
- Educational qualifications and degree certificates should be from recognized Universities or Institutes.
The official notification does not specify the minimum educational qualification. For a candidate from an industry or research organization, a Post-graduate or Ph.D. degree may not be an essential qualification.
Desirable Experience
Normally, at least 10 years of experience in the relevant field is desirable. In emerging and cutting-edge technologies, persons with more than 5 years of experience can also be considered.
Industry and Research Experience
This experience should be in a Government or Public Enterprise or a National Laboratory. Private industry experience is considered if the company is incorporated in the Indian Companies Act of 1956.
See the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date for application forms, Fourth Round | 6 November 2026, up to 5:30 p.m. |
This is a rolling advertisement with no overall closing date, and the institute processes applications periodically throughout the year. An application received after the Fourth Round date is considered for the next round.
Selection Process
- Short-listing of applications, using criteria that may be higher than those advertised and may vary from department to department.
- Presentation and interview before the Selection Committee, on a date and at a place notified separately to candidates.
- Verification of all original documents at the interview.
- Medical examination by the institute's Medical Board, Senior Medical Officer or Medical Officer, which may be undertaken before joining.
Meeting the advertised requirements does not by itself entitle a candidate to an interview. The institute may restrict the number of candidates to a reasonable limit based on qualifications, experience and merit. The decision of the competent authority is final.
Service Conditions
- Engagement depends on being found physically fit and sound in health for service in the institute.
- Selected candidates should be prepared to join duty within the specified time limit.
- Any dispute regarding the recruitment falls under the jurisdiction of District Kurukshetra.
How to Apply for NIT Kurukshetra Adjunct Faculty Recruitment 2026
- Download the prescribed application format and Annexures from the NIT Kurukshetra website.
- Complete the application form and Annexure Sheets in all respects.
- Attach self attested photocopies of certificates.
- Write the Post Applied, Department and Discipline on the left-top corner of the envelope.
- Send the application so that it reaches: The Registrar, National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra-136119 (Haryana).
Candidates employed in Govt., Autonomous Bodies or PSUs should send their applications through proper channel. If the original is likely to be delayed, a photocopy should be sent in advance so that it reaches before the last date.
Documents
- To send: application form, Annexure Sheets and self attested photocopies of certificates.
- To carry to the interview: all original documents.
- To carry if employed in Govt., Autonomous Bodies or PSUs: No Objection Certificate.
Other Conditions
- False information or concealment of facts leads to rejection or cancellation of selection.
- Canvassing in any form leads to disqualification.
- The institute may reject any or all applications without assigning a reason.
- No correspondence is entertained on postal delays, the conduct or result of the interview, or reasons for not being called.
- Any corrigendum or addendum is published only on the institute website, so applicants are required to visit it regularly.
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official notification (PDF) | Advt. No.35/2026 notification (PDF) |
| Application format and official website | NIT Kurukshetra website |
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if my application arrives after 6 November 2026?
It is not rejected for that reason alone. Because this is a rolling advertisement, an application received after the Fourth Round date is considered for the next round.
Is a Ph.D. compulsory for NIT Kurukshetra Adjunct Faculty?
For a candidate from an industry or research organization, a Post-graduate or Ph.D. degree may not be essential, but domain knowledge should be of significant value.
Can I apply with less than 10 years of experience?
Yes, in emerging and cutting-edge technologies, where persons with more than 5 years of experience can also be considered.
How is the honorarium paid per day or per hour?
An Adjunct Professor receives Rs. 8,000 per day or Rs. 2,000 per hour, with a Rs. 1,80,000 monthly ceiling. An Adjunct Fellow receives Rs. 6,000 per day or Rs. 1,500 per hour, with a Rs. 1,20,000 monthly ceiling.
Does private industry experience count?
Yes, provided the company is incorporated in the Indian Companies Act of 1956.
Can I apply to more than one department?
Yes, but a separate application is required for each Post, Department and Discipline.
Can retired professionals apply?
Yes. The notice covers both serving and retired scientists, engineers, physicians, academicians, officials and managers, among others.
Will the institute pay for travel to the interview?
No. Candidates called for the presentation and interview attend at their own cost.